Framed Print : Madagascar Welcome 1895
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Madagascar Welcome 1895
The French find Madagascar less accommodating than they had hoped
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Media ID 616191
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10080457
Cactus Fin D Hoped Madagascar 1895
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Madagascar Welcome 1895" framed print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite photograph offers a glimpse into history, as the French expedition, led by Alfred Grandidier, encounters a less-than-welcoming reception from the locals during their attempt to claim Madagascar for France in 1895. The black and white image, adorned in an elegantly designed frame, adds a touch of history and charm to any space. Embrace the allure of the past with this striking, timeless piece.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Madagascar Welcome 1895
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating historical print that depicts a humorous take on the French expedition to Madagascar in 1895. The image, published by Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases a group of French army officers disembarking from a ship, only to be met with an unexpected and less-than-welcoming landscape. The officers, dressed in their full military regalia, are shown standing on the shore, gazing in disbelief at the barren, cactus-covered terrain before them. One officer, with a look of frustration on his face, holds a map, while another gestures towards the prickly plants, expressing their disappointment at the lack of accommodating conditions they had hoped to find. The background of the print is filled with the silhouettes of the ships that brought the French expedition to the island, and the sky is adorned with the setting sun, symbolizing the end of their hopes for an easy conquest. The title of the print, "Madagascar Welcome 1895," is written in bold letters at the bottom, adding to the satirical tone of the image. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Madagascar and the French colonial ambitions of the late 19th century. The French had hoped to establish a colony on the island, but faced significant challenges, including resistance from the local population and the harsh terrain. The print captures the unexpected challenges and frustrations that the French forces encountered during their expedition, and serves as a reminder of the complex and often difficult history of colonialism. Overall, "Madagascar Welcome 1895" is a captivating and thought-provoking print that offers a unique perspective on a significant moment in history. Its use of humor and satire adds depth and nuance to the story of the French expedition to Madagascar, and makes for a compelling and engaging historical artifact.
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